Price of sharp sand in Nigeria today
Sharp sand, 20t tipper load, Abuja
₦130,000per load
Market range ₦90,000 to ₦180,000 as at 15 October 2026.
Price a whole BoQ in the rate bookAs at 15 October 2026, Sharp sand, 20t tipper load costs about ₦130,000 per load in Abuja (market range ₦90,000 to ₦180,000). Other lines: Sharp sand, per tonne: ₦6,500 per tonne; Plaster (soft) sand, 20t load: ₦140,000 per load; Plaster sand, per tonne: ₦7,000 per tonne; Filling sand (fine), 20t load: ₦70,000 per load.
Sand prices in Nigeria (Oct 2026)
| Item | Unit | Abuja price | Range | Change | Confidence | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharp sand, 20t tipper load | load | ₦130,000 | ₦90,000 - ₦180,000 | - | Medium | 2026-09-01 |
| Sharp sand, per tonne | tonne | ₦6,500 | ₦4,500 - ₦9,000 | - | Medium | 2026-09-01 |
| Plaster (soft) sand, 20t load | load | ₦140,000 | ₦112,000 - ₦168,000 | - | Low | 2026-09-01 |
| Plaster sand, per tonne | tonne | ₦7,000 | ₦5,600 - ₦8,400 | - | Low | derived |
| Filling sand (fine), 20t load | load | ₦70,000 | ₦56,000 - ₦84,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Filling sand, per tonne | tonne | ₦3,500 | ₦2,800 - ₦4,200 | - | Low | derived |
| Laterite filling, 20t load | load | ₦85,000 | ₦68,000 - ₦102,000 | - | Low | 2026-09-01 |
| Laterite, per tonne | tonne | ₦4,250 | ₦3,400 - ₦5,100 | - | Low | derived |
Prices are Abuja market prices, delivered within the city, excluding VAT unless stated. "Change" compares with the previous weekly update.
Sand prices by location
Estimated by applying Buildocrat's materials location factor to the Abuja price. Always confirm with a local supplier.
| Location | Estimated price per load | Materials factor |
|---|---|---|
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦130,000 | 1.00 |
| Lagos | ₦137,800 | 1.06 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦140,400 | 1.08 |
| Ibadan | ₦123,500 | 0.95 |
| Osogbo (Osun) | ₦124,800 | 0.96 |
| Kano | ₦120,900 | 0.93 |
| Kaduna | ₦122,200 | 0.94 |
| Enugu | ₦127,400 | 0.98 |
| Benin City | ₦128,700 | 0.99 |
| Uyo | ₦133,900 | 1.03 |
| Jos | ₦123,500 | 0.95 |
| Riverine / creek site | ₦169,000 | 1.30 |
How much sand each item of work uses
These quantities come from Buildocrat's rate build-ups and include a waste allowance. They show how a change in the sand price moves the cost of finished work.
What affects the price
Sand is sold by the tipper load ('trip'), and trip sizes differ between cities, so always confirm the tonnage. Price depends on haulage distance from the source, diesel prices and local mining rules.
Sources
- Desk estimate - no reliable dated 2026 source; verify with 3 supplier quotes
- Judgement from Abuja supplier lists
- Judgement: ~5-10% over sharp sand
- Prioni (Feb 2026) N70-150k/20t national; Jiji Lagos 2026 N150-180k/20t
Frequently asked questions
How much is a trip of sharp sand in Nigeria?
As at 15 October 2026, Sharp sand, 20t tipper load costs about ₦130,000 per load in Abuja, within a market range of ₦90,000 to ₦180,000, according to Buildocrat's Nigeria Construction Rate Book.
How much does it cost in Lagos and Port Harcourt?
Applying Buildocrat's location factors, the same item is estimated at about ₦137,800 in Lagos and ₦140,400 in Port Harcourt.
What affects the price?
Sand is sold by the tipper load ('trip'), and trip sizes differ between cities, so always confirm the tonnage. Price depends on haulage distance from the source, diesel prices and local mining rules.
How often is this price updated?
Buildocrat re-checks key prices every Monday against dated market sources. This page was last updated on 15 October 2026.
How to cite: Buildocrat, Nigeria Construction Rate Book, https://rates.buildocrat.store/prices/sand/, prices as at 15 October 2026.